Electrician at South Central Mn Electrical JATC
at South Central Mn Electrical JATC in Rochester, MN
About This Program
South Central MN Electrical JATC in Rochester, MN offers a union-sponsored electrician apprenticeship for individuals pursuing a career in the electrical trade in south-central Minnesota. Administered jointly by IBEW and NECA signatory contractors, this JATC program ensures apprentices receive structured, high-quality training under union labor standards. Apprentices earn wages throughout the entire program.
The five-year program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn electrical theory, blueprint reading, conduit installation, wiring methods, motor controls, and National Electrical Code compliance — developing skills applicable to commercial, industrial, and residential electrical projects in the Rochester area and beyond.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level electricians with union credentials recognized by IBEW signatory employers throughout the region. Rochester's growing healthcare, commercial, and technology sectors create strong demand for skilled journey electricians.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$30
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Electrician Career Outlook
National Median
$29.61/hr
~$61,588.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Electrician employment is projected to grow significantly, driven by construction activity, renewable energy expansion, and EV infrastructure buildout. The increasing electrification of buildings and transportation systems creates strong long-term demand. Licensed electricians with experience in solar, battery storage, or industrial controls are especially sought after.
What to Expect as an Electrician Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~115 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Minnesota
Electricians in Minnesota are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
View full Minnesotalicensing requirements →Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!
See something wrong? Help us improve this page.